Head Teacher Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Head Teacher to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Work with other staff to ensure general maintenance and security of facility;
- Other duties as requested;
- Assist with breaks, food service and bus monitoring as needed for the model and other classroom needs as requested;
- Assume Substitute Director role as requested;
- Assist with inventory of equipment and supplies.
Requirements:
- Driving for home visits, sometimes in outlying areas. (5%);
- Ability to maintain respectful relations and communication with staff, families, children and community;
- Complete and maintain annual training hour requirements;
- Within 30 days of employment must be Pediatric CPR & First Aid certified and have a current Food Handler’s Card;
- Ability to work as a team member collaborating with staff, families and community resources;
- At time of hire must be currently enrolled in Child Care Division-Central Background Registry and must renew every two years;
- Health Appraisal Questionnaire is required at hire and will be updated annually;
- Ability to supervise preschool children and ensure a safe environment;
- Ability to apply Early Childhood Development theory in daily activities, and adapt to the individual needs of children;
- Significant decision and problem solving abilities;
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills, word processing, internet and e-mail;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills. Bilingual English/Spanish skills highly desirable;
- Must have a valid Oregon Driver’s License and proof of insurance and must provide own vehicle for home visits;
- Ability to interact with children at their eye level, ie. sitting, kneeling, stooping, bending. (80-100%);
- Lifting up to 50 lbs. (10%).